Project manager - pittsburgh, pa

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Department: Preconstruction / Construction
Reports To: CRO
Location: Office/Project Sites
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary
The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating, reviewing, and managing all building systems throughout the conception through the turnover phases of a project. This role acts as the primary liaison between owners, engineers, architects, and vendors to determine the design parameters of a project. An excellent Construction Project Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results in accordance with contract documents, schedules, budgets, and quality standards. The Project Manager plays a critical role in minimizing conflicts, improving constructability, and ensuring successful project delivery. The Project Manager will also be expected to travel to/from assigned job sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Preconstruction Coordination
  • Participate in design development, value engineering, and scope review meetings.
  • Identify design conflicts, deficiencies, and coordination issues before construction.
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve system clashes and optimize installation methods.
• Construction Phase Oversight
  • Monitor installation activities for compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
  • Review and process submittals (material data, shop drawings) and answer Requests for Information (RFIs) from the field.
  • Conduct field walks and inspections to ensure proper installation and provide progress reports to architects/developers/owners.
  • Assist site superintendents in managing subcontractor performance and schedule adherence.
• Schedule and Cost Management
  • Create detailed project timelines, project staging, and overall completion milestones.
  • Negotiate and write contracts for subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
  • Assist in evaluating change orders and potential cost impacts.
  • Support overall project schedule development and updates.
  • Identify potential key project delays/budget issues and come up with proactive solutions.
• Commissioning and Turnover
  • Coordinate startup, testing, balancing, and commissioning activities.
  • Verify completion of punch list items related to MEP systems.
  • Ensure receipt and review of O&M manuals, warranties, and as-built documents.
  • Participate in owner training sessions and final turnover activities.
  • Support successful project closeout and warranty management.
• Safety and Quality
  • Promote and enforce company safety policies on the job site.
  • Ensure installation quality meets company standards, local building codes, legal requirements, site safety protocols, and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Experience
  • 10+ years of experience in commercial construction.
  • Past job experience coordinating commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, distribution, or institutional projects.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Technical Knowledge
  • Strong understanding of:
  • In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles
  • HVAC systems
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Fire protection systems
  • Building automation systems
  • Low-voltage and communications systems
  • Building codes and industry standards
  • MEP commissioning processes
• Technological Proficiency
  • Be able to effectively use various computer programs, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Procore and Sage 100.
  • Ability to create and present a credible, confident, positive image of oneself and the company during oral presentations to clients, designers and others.
  • Experience in data centers and high reliability facilities, with an understanding of their specialized MEP system is a plus.
• Core Competencies
  • Technical Expertise
  • Problem Solving
  • Coordination and Planning
  • Communication Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership and Team Collaboration
  • Schedule Management
  • Customer Focus
  • Quality Management
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to visit active construction sites regularly.
  • Ability to walk projects, climb ladders, and navigate unfinished structures.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to work in both office and field environments.